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Big Fishing Creek

Big Fishing Creek Stream Report

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Water Level / Clarity: Average/low

Water Temp: 50's

Fishing Overview

Fishing creek is about average for this time of year after last nights rain. Nymphing has ben productive as well as small olive dries on top. Look for sporadic caddis as well. Streamers are going to move fish as well in low light conditions as they are in pre-spawn mode. Look out for redds and DO NOT target fish on spawning beds.

Hatches

BWO (18-22)
Midges (20-24)

Hot Flies

BWO (18-22)
Egg Patterns (12-16)
Sunken Ant (12-16)
Greenie Weenie (12-16)
Rubberlegs Stone (10-14)
Guides Choice Hare's Ear (12-18)
Perdigeons (16-20)
Walt's Worm (12-18)
Zebra Midge (16-20)
Sparkle Minnow (4-10)
Slump Buster (6-10)

General Info

Remember that fishing is closed in the Cabin Water on Sundays. Call or stop by our State College location for more information on access, hatches, etc.

Specific Tips

Fishing Creek fish are notorious for hiding under rocks and eating sub-surface, stick with nymphs unless you see fish actively feeding on top. Try smaller streamers along the banks in low light. Don't be afraid to fish sunny runs and riffs. Fish shaded riffles through out the day.

Big Fishing Creek Details

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